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What Are the Challenges You Face As You Navigate the Road to Retirement? Presenter:  Cortney Heykoop, Financial Services Professional, New York Life Insurance Company From financial concerns to sound solutions, let us talk about the challenges you face as you navigate the road toward retirement. We will break those challenges into five key points: 1. Cost of living increases in retirement 2. Outliving your retirement savings 3. Taxes 4. Expenses 5. Expectation vs. reality. We will also take a look at…

Special Needs Planning Presenters:  Loretta Williams, Elder Law Attorney, Hale Ball               Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts, The Arc of Northern Virginia Tia Marsil, Trust Director of The Arc of Northern Virginia Special Needs Trust Program, and her guest, attorney Loretta Morris Williams of Hale Ball, PLC, will provide information on practical considerations and legal tools available to protect yourself and your loved ones in the future.  Day to day life can be overwhelming. …

Social Security: The Application and Appeal Process for SSI and SSDI Presenter: Derek Cervoni, Cervoni Disability Law, PLLC Comprehending the intricate web of public benefits available to people with disabilities is difficult. In this presentation, learn how and when to apply for adult disability (SSI and/or SSDI), what to do if you have to appeal a decision to deny benefits, and how to leverage your benefits once you start receiving them.   Register for the Workshop   Can’t make the…

Please note this presentation is cancelled.   VA DARS, Ticket to Work Partnership Plus, 1619B, and Medicaid Works Presenter: David Leon, Ticket to Work Manager, VA DARS The Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency program (TTW) was designed to both increase investment in return-to-work services, and improves the efficiency of that investment in meeting the needs of beneficiaries. The program offers beneficiaries more choice in obtaining services and gives employment-support service providers new financial incentives to serve beneficiaries effectively.  (Ticket to Work at…

Transition to Employment Panel Presenters:  Tyler Schreffler, Unit Supervisor, DARS Salsi Mane, Director of Career Services, Work Opportunities Unlimited Ashley Welsh, Program Manager, Transition & Training Services, MVLE representative Missy King, Regional Director, Career Support Systems   This workshop/webinar will help families understand eligibility requirements and services offered by DARS (Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services) both during high school and in the years after graduation.  Presenters from the employment service organizations will provide information on the services offered including…

Details that Make a Difference in Special Education Presenter: Cheri Belkowitz, Attorney at Law, Belkowitz PLLC This presentation is a unique opportunity to learn the details that make a difference when navigating the special education process in the public schools! Learn how to best advocate for your child and avoid common pitfalls. This presentation will help parents understand the process, from testing and eligibility through goal-writing, annual review, accommodations, services and more!   *Please note this session is cancelled.

What Questions Should I Be Asking about Employment: What is Possible under Vocational Rehabilitation (DARS) Programs for People with Disabilities? Presenter:  Amy Scherer, Staff Attorney, NDRN   The world of work is one which we all must navigate, including people with disabilities. In this presentation, learn tips about how to access and receive the individualized and meaningful services from vocational rehabilitation programs that one needs to succeed. DARS (Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services) offers vocational rehabilitation to assist people…

How to Decide Who Decides When I Can’t Decide (Decision Making Options) Presenter:  Dana Traynham, Senior Staff Attorney, disAbility Law Center of Virginia   Alternatives to guardianship can help preserve an individual with disability’s dignity and promote his/her self-determination. In this presentation, learn about what alternatives to guardianship exist, including supported decision making, advance health care directives, powers of attorney, and guardianship.   Register for the Workshop   Can’t make the workshop? Try a webinar! Register for the Webinar  …